insert_link South AfricaCape Winelands Fire Services Make Significant Progress in Fighting Paarl Mountain Blaze The Cape Winelands District Municipality’s Fire Services report significant progress overnight in battling a fire on Paarl mountain. Cooler temperatures and reduced winds aided containment efforts, but hot spots and active fire lines persist. Spokesperson Jo-Anne Otto says that aerial and ground crews remain deployed, with flare-ups likely due to warm weather and vegetation. She confirmed that teams continue firefighting and mopping-up operations: today2 December, 2024 33
insert_link South AfricaHeavy Rainfall Aids in Containment of Fires Across South Africa’s Cape Winelands District The Cape Winelands District Municipality in South Africa reports that the substantial overnight rainfall has played a crucial role in controlling numerous fires throughout the district. Fires at the Drakenstein Correctional Services and Paarl Mountain have been brought under control. According to the municipality's spokesperson, Anesca Roodt, the Blauwklippen fire remains contained, with ongoing monitoring by the Stellenbosch Municipality to ensure the area's safety. today8 April, 2024 53